David Green, baseball player, 1981-1987

David Green

Born: 12/4/1960 in Managua, Managua, Nicaragua

Died: 1/25/2022 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-09-04 | Final Game: 1987-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: David Alejandro Green

Biography

David Green was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1981 until his retirement in 1987. Primarily recognized as a position player, Green showcased his talents across 489 games during his career. He achieved a batting average of .268, accumulating 374 hits, including 31 home runs and 180 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 68 stolen bases, demonstrating a well-rounded offensive skill set that contributed to his teamsโ€™ success. Playing during a transformative era in baseball, Green was part of a generation that witnessed the evolution of the game through a focus on power hitting and athleticism. His contributions were felt not only in the batter's box but also in the field, where his versatility allowed him to adapt to various roles as needed. Although his career spanned just over six seasons, Green's performance and competitive spirit left a lasting impression, marking him as a notable player of his time. His legacy is remembered by fans and historians alike for his contributions to the sport during the vibrant and challenging years of the 1980s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
489 1398 168 374 48 18 31 180 68 84 278 0.268 0.308 0.394 0.702 -514.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
9 11 4 3 1 1 0 0 1 3 0.273

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1982 NLCS SLN 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000
1982 WS SLN 7 10 3 2 1 1 0 0 1 3 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 198 181 1720 111 19 153
OF 258 162 402 17 12 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 199
Left Field 28
Center Field 90
Right Field 147

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1985 SFN NL $275,000
Total Career Earnings $275,000